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The Karczma

Bordesley Street, Digbeth | Polish Millennium House, Birmingham B5 5PH, England
01214480017
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Ranked #8 of 809 restaurants in Birmingham
Price range: INR446 - INR1,507
Cuisines: Polish
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: A traditional Polish bar & grill in the heart of Birmingham, The Karczma is reminiscent of a countryside cottage. Enjoy time-honoured, rustic recipes like warming goulash, dumplings with bacon and cabbage, or temptingly sweet pavlova. In Karczma's 2 dining rooms, cosy animal hide is strewn across chunky communal benches, while a straw-covered roof and colourful murals evoke a homely vibe.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: A traditional Polish bar & grill in the heart of Birmingham, The Karczma is reminiscent of a countryside cottage. Enjoy time-honoured, rustic recipes like warming goulash, dumplings with bacon and cabbage, or temptingly sweet pavlova. In Karczma's 2 dining rooms, cosy animal hide is strewn across chunky communal benches, while a straw-covered roof and colourful murals evoke a homely vibe.
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

A birthday dinner with my wife. Both first timers but a complete surprise for her; the first bit of pleasure was seeing her face as we drove up Bordesley Street. A bit quiet when we arrived, but a nice atmosphere had developed by the time we finished our meal. Great food, and in truly huge portions. I had to ask... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Visited on a Friday evening having reserved a table. Given the rave reviews thought we might be in for a bit of a let down, but happy to say the place is deserving of all the praise. Being married to a Pole I know a bit about the food and the meal we had was very authentic, good-sized portions and... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

This was our second visit to the Karczma.Once more the staff were friendly, the food was delicious, and all at a really reasonable price. We will be sure to come again.

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Since I've been to the Karczma for the first time, I've taken most of my friends back with me and they all loved it. The food is great, there's loads of it (the portions are masssssive) and the waiters are really polite. Although, it's not very busy during the week, you do need to reserve a table in advance in... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Great little place in Birmingham just around the corner from Moor Street Station. We visited in quite a large group as we fancied something a bit different from the usual chain restaurants. Decor inside is very interesting to say the least! The food is pretty simple and really good quality, but it doesn't disappoint on taste! We all had a... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I took a friend with me to visit this restaurant which my daughter discovered on Trip Advisor. Due to my daughters recommendation many people have since visited the restaurant and like me really loved the experience. Good food, value for money, friendly atmosphere. Would highly recommend a visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

Went with my family for Mother's Day, my mom is a very fussy eater but enjoyed the food that much she's goin back. The waiter was very friendly and tought us some polish. The decor is lovely. 100% recommend

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I've been to this restaurant twice now and I haven't been disappointed. I must admit, when you look at the building outside, you do wonder what on earth you're going to find inside! BUT, you will be pleasantly surprised! On both visits, we have been greeted by extremely friendly staff. They are happy to advise you if you're struggling to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I noticed on Trip Advisor this restaurant within 100 yards of our hotel with rave reviews. It took some finding as it is inside a horrid 1960's office building which is the Birmingham Polish Centre it seems surrounded by bomb sites, perhaps someone should tell Birmingham that the war is over. It is a bit 1960's bistro inside but the... More

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Redditch, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Visited on Sunday evening so was very quiet. Decor is really lovely; could do with cushion pads on the seats though! Service was excellent and friendly. Food was great; good range for authentic polish food. being veggie there was limited choice for me but we were there for my partners birthday. The beetroot soup starter was really terrific. We would... More

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